There is no need to be afraid of the third dimension. In this workshop you will discover that if you can draw, you can learn to sculpt. Participants will engage in a robust discussion of portrait sculpture from ancient through contemporary times. Working from a live model, direct measurement, as well as observational spatial relationships will be employed to aid in capturing a life-size likeness in clay. Various modeling techniques and armature and tool construction options will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on working from a live model and will also include techniques on utilizing photographic documentation as part of the process. Portrait sculpture is challenging and rewarding, so join us for an exciting week of immersion and discovery of the joy of playing in the mud.
Brad Taggart loves all things sculpture, but at his core he is a portrait and figure sculptor. He also enjoys making work in various other materials, technologies, and genres, including, small metals and mixed media. He holds an AA degree from Snow College, a BFA degree in sculpture from Utah State University, and an MFA degree in sculpture from Brigham Young University. In addition to his academic degrees Brad seeks out opportunities to further his abilities in sculpture including continental travel and study abroad in Rome, Florence, Paris, London, and Barcelona. He is a commissioned artist with works in several public and private collections. Brad is a Professor of Sculpture at Snow College in Ephraim, Utah where he lives with his wife Kim and is the proud father of four amazing young men.
